It's my understanding that UTIs (Urinary Tract Infection) aren't uncommon in overweight kitties because they can't reach their backside to clean themselves. (patrickmahaney.com)
Offering unlimited amounts of free choice dry food, therefore, can lead to an overweight kitty. (cat-lovers-only.com)
This form of diabetes is more common in indoor, less active, and overweight kitties, just as it is with their human counterparts. (pethealthnetwork.com)